1649P Residential Counselor MAP

Brockton Area Multi-Servi•Attleboro, MA

7d•$20 - $23•Onsite

About The Position

Work in a home environment, helping individuals develop connections and meaningful relationships in their community. Support individuals with developing new skills so they can be independent, happy, and successful.

Requirements

Knowledge of the theories, methods, procedures, and practices of working with individuals with developmental and/or physical disabilities.
Demonstrates proficiency in English, both in writing and verbally.
Demonstrates ability to conduct, review, and interpret assessments and medical treatments.
Ability to practice safe driving.
Interpersonal skills.
Ability to work within Microsoft Office products.
High school diploma or equivalency.
MAP certification required. If you don't have MAP, you will need to attend company paid training and obtain within 3 months
Must possess a valid driver’s license in state of residence, a satisfactory driving record, and at least 3 years of driving experience. Ability to show proof of valid driver’s license upon hire and thereafter as requested.
In instances where employees are asked to use their own vehicle to drive/transport individuals served, the appropriate automobile insurance coverage on their vehicle will be required to be shown upon hire and annually maintained thereafter.

Responsibilities

Help individuals identify and develop interests and hobbies. Facilitate community relationships and friendships which align with individuals’ interests.
Empower individuals to advocate, make decisions, and become more independent in their homes and communities.
Assist individuals to complete personal care tasks, which include, but are not limited to toileting, showering/bathing, grooming, personal hygiene, assisting with mobility, repositioning, dressing, and range of motion exercises.
Support individuals in the completion of Activities of Daily Living (ADL) tasks, which include but are not limited to cooking, cleaning, personal hygiene, shopping, and money management.
Use supportive and adaptive, health-related protections/equipment as prescribed.
Assist in the development and implementation of Individual Service Plans (ISP’s) including implementation of behavioral plans and medication treatment plans.
Follow the Department of Public Health’s (DPH) Medication Administration Program (MAP) policies (when applicable), which include, but are not limited to training requirements, medication administration, medication security, and corresponding documentation.
Utilize Positive Behavior Supports (PBS) practices to create a thoughtful and supportive environment by ensuring activities, plans, and routines reflect the preferences, needs, and goals of individuals.
Learn and utilize communication tools which include but are not limited to email, tablets, and letter boards, taking into consideration the method most suited to individual needs. Communicate in the preferred method and language of those you provide support.
Assist with access to community, including transportation as needed, to individuals served to access community. Examples include but are not limited to transporting individuals served to and from day programs, work, medical appointments, to family and friends visits, and other recreation and leisure activities as assigned.